Education Research Scientist

NANYANG TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Institute of Education (NIE) within Nanyang Technological University invites applications for the Education Research Scientist at CRCD. The role focuses on testing, measurement, psychometrics, and quantitative psychology with an eye toward child development and educational practice.

Applicants should hold a PhD and have at least two years of postdoctoral research experience, a strong publication record, and demonstrated leadership in research teams, with excellent English

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant discipline (child development, educational psychology, etc.).
• At least two years of postdoctoral research experience with independent work.
• Expertise in longitudinal data analysis, psychometrics, or large-scale assessments.
• Strong publication record in high-impact journals with citations.
• Experience writing research proposals and securing external funding.
• Proven leadership in managing research teams and projects.
• Excellent English communication, collaboration across disciplines.
• Commitment to translating research into practice or technology-enhanced learning.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate to design and implement CRCD research programme.
• Lead development of research projects and seek external funding.
• Disseminate research in peer-reviewed publications.
• Support CRCD in impacting practice and policy.
• Manage administrative tasks related to research.
• Participate in strategic research for CRCD and NIE.
• Engage in wider research and service activities.

Skills

Leadership

Excellent English communication

Collaborative research

Scholarly independence

Publication record

Independent research contributions

Education

PhD in a relevant discipline

Job description

Overview

The National Institute of Education (NIE) is among the world's top education institutes, recognised for its excellence in teacher education and educational research. NIE has played a key and pivotal role in shaping and developing Singapore's teaching profession and landscape through evidence-informed, practice-focused and values-based programmes and initiatives. An autonomous institute situated within the research-intensive Nanyang Technological University, NIE is consistently ranked within the top 15 in the world for research impact in the field of Education. The Centre for Research in Child Development (CRCD) was established in 2017 with funding from the Singapore Ministry of Education (MOE). Hosted at the National Institute of Education (NIE), CRCD conducts studies focusing on factors that influence the course of development from infancy through middle childhood. We invite applications for the position of Education Research Scientist at CRCD. The Centre is interested in candidates with expertise in: Testing, measurement, or psychometrics, with applications in quantitative psychology and child development Candidates with appropriate qualifications and relevant research experience are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

• A PhD in a relevant discipline, such as child development, developmental psychology, early childhood education, educational technology, or a related field.
• At least two years of postdoctoral research experience, with demonstrated scholarly independence.
• Expertise in longitudinal data analysis, psychometric and measurement methodologies, or large-scale assessments is highly advantageous.
• A strong track record of peer-reviewed publications in high-impact journals, supported by citation metrics and journal rankings.
• Experience in conceptualising and writing research proposals, and securing competitive grant funding.
• Proven leadership ability in managing research teams and projects.
• Evidence of independent research contributions, including first- or senior-author publications and invited academic presentations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (in spoken and written English), with the ability to work collaboratively across disciplines.
• A demonstrated commitment to research translation, particularly in relation to educational practice and/or technology-enhanced learning.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with colleagues to design and implement the centre's research programme.
• Take a leading role in the development of research projects and programmes and in seeking and pursuing appropriate external funding.
• Disseminate the outcomes of research in peer-reviewed publications of international standing.
• Support CRCD in its efforts to impact practice and policy through research projects and programmes.
• Manage and conduct administrative and management tasks associated with research or programme.
• Participate in research of strategic importance to CRCD and NIE
• Participate in the wider research and service activities of CRCD and NIE.

Other Information

More information on CRCD can be found at https://www.ntu.edu.sg/nie/centre-for-research-in-child-development.

Note to applicants:

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified via email.